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Need to talk to your data? UW–Madison spinoff is happy to translate
UW-Madison computer science professor Jignesh Patel and Rogers Jeffrey Leo John, a recent graduate student, founded DataChat in June, 2017, with the goal of making it more efficient for businesses to get insights from data. Read More
UW to fund science journalism fellowship for graduate student
The AAAS Mass Media Science and Engineering Fellows program has trained hundreds of scientists in the craft of clear science communication, and alumni have gone on to become leading researchers, science journalists and policymakers. Read More
New Faculty Focus: Sophie A. Aschenbroich
She hopes students learn "that science is all in the subtleties and cannot be placed in a box, that there is no black and white." Read More
Beneficial gut bacteria metabolize fiber to improve heart health in mice
In support of a microbial connection between fiber and heart health, UW–Madison researchers have identified a particular fatty acid as the mechanism behind certain protective effects of a high-fiber diet in a mouse model. Read More
Bridging the gap: Teaching bridge safety to next generation of railroaders
After taking an Engineering Professional Development class at UW–Madison, these professionals will be in a better position to ensure safety on rails that carry passengers, freight and flammable or toxic chemicals. Read More
Autumn fades on the prairie
The final days of fall bring their own unique colors and textures, stark yet lovely, to the Curtis Prairie at UW–Madison's Arboretum. Read More
Nursing pioneer Signe Skott Cooper: From the farm to the battlefield
Cooper devoted more than 60 years to nursing education at UW–Madison and within the UW System. Her wartime service shaped her life, personally and professionally. Read More
Kappa Sigma fraternity terminated after TV dropping incident
The university had previously placed the chapter on interim suspension, pending further investigation, shortly after the June 30 incident. The fraternity’s national organization withdrew its charter. Read More
Special education teacher residency program launched
Forty graduate students from the School of Education will work with students with disabilities in high-need and small, rural school districts across Wisconsin, where "special educators are sorely needed." Read More
Panel discusses media after the midterms
Visiting journalist David Folkenflik was part of an expert panel Wednesday discussing this week's election. Read More
Broad genome analysis shows yeasts evolving by subtraction
An analysis of the way yeasts evolved individual appetites for particular food sources may be a boon to biofuels research. Read More
Informational sessions will introduce employees to free tuition programs at UW–Madison
Two financial aid programs are designed to ensure that an education at the state’s flagship public university is accessible to Wisconsin students and affordable for their families. Read More
Inclement weather guidelines for UW–Madison employees
Decisions to cancel or postpone classes or suspend some university services due to inclement weather will be based on the safety and welfare of students, faculty and staff. Read More
Get Social: Turkeys, Badgers and weddings
It's been a busy fall, full of election ads, voting decisions and midterms.So in this week's Get Social, we explore the more simple, pleasurable aspects of campus: Fall colors, first Badger games and, well, Badgers. Read More
Madison’s streets were named after early U.S. revolutionaries
In Philadelphia, streets at right angles to Delaware street are named after American trees. In Washington, some streets are named after the states to which they lead. In Madison, nearly every major street was named after a signer of the constitution, thanks to James Doty, a politician and land speculator. Read More
Wiscopinion results: Most useful part of Wisconsin Experience
Last week, Wiscopinion asked which components of the Wisconsin Experience are most instrumental in preparing you for success. The answers are: … Read More
A vote for democracy
In addition to doing homework, students were busy voting at seven campus polling places on Tuesday, Election Day. The final midterm election vote for the evening — #679 — is cast at Tripp Commons in the Memorial Union on Tuesday evening. Read More
Elders-in-Residence Program will bring Native community leaders to campus for mentoring, support
The initiative will seek to improve the experience of American Indian and Alaskan Native students by hosting Native elders on campus for extended visits and educational exchanges. Read More
6 steps to building the perfect college schedule
Enrollment can be an exciting time — it's a clean slate, an opportunity to explore interesting new classes, and a step closer to your ultimate academic goals. But with over 9,000 classes to choose from, it can be an overwhelming process if you're not prepared. Read More
Wisconsin Union to hold Veterans Day event on Nov. 12
Memorial Union’s ties to service members began 90 years ago with the dedication of the building as a memorial to UW–Madison’s service members in 1928. More than 1,000 fallen university heroes’ stories can be found in the Union’s electronic Gold Star Honor Roll. Read More